§ 45-44-1 Homestead program established
§ 45-44-2 Cataloging of dwellings and parcels
§ 45-44-3 Resolution required
§ 45-44-4 Conditions required by applicant
§ 45-44-5 Conditional deed
§ 45-44-6 Fee simple conveyance
§ 45-44-7 Homestead board created
§ 45-44-8 Composition of board
§ 45-44-9 Compensation of board members – Secretary
§ 45-44-10 Regulations promulgated by board
§ 45-44-11 Responsibilities and duties of board
§ 45-44-12 Use of other agencies
§ 45-44-13 Severability
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Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws > Chapter 45-44 - Homestead Program

  • Deed: The legal instrument used to transfer title in real property from one person to another.
  • Fee simple: Absolute title to property with no limitations or restrictions regarding the person who may inherit it.
  • Real property: Land, and all immovable fixtures erected on, growing on, or affixed to the land.
  • town: may be construed to include city; the words "town council" include city council; the words "town clerk" include city clerk; the words "ward clerk" include clerk of election district; the words "town treasurer" include city treasurer; and the words "town sergeant" include city sergeant. See Rhode Island General Laws 43-3-9
  • United States: include the several states and the territories of the United States. See Rhode Island General Laws 43-3-8